Question

1/8 of a chemical was used for an experiment. If 3/4 of the chemical is unused. How much of the mixture was wasted if the total mixture was 48g?

Answer 1

Fraction of the chemicals that are wasted:

1 - 1/8 - 3/4 = 1/8

Find the amount of chemical wasted:

1/8 x 48 = 6g

Answer: 6g of the chemical are wasted.